2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 1986 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Kia | Lincoln |
Model | Sorento | Mark VII |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |